African Fashion on Display at Early 'Black Panther' Shows

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Friday, Feb 16, 2018

The vibrant African fashion of "Black Panther'' was on display at multiplexes around the country Thursday as moviegoers flocked to the first showings of Marvel's latest superhero blockbuster in traditional African shirts, dresses, head wraps and more.
Some opted to make their own clothes to celebrate the arrival of a superhero many black moviergoers said provided opportunity for them to celebrate their heritage in a way they haven't been able to before.
Here's a look at some of the African fashion that made an appearance at a showing in Silver Spring, Maryland.